Dr. Neelakanth U Parappanavar is a distinguished Consultant in Medical Gastroenterology at Amcare Hospital, serving patients seeking a Gastroenterologist in Zirakpur.

 

With a profound understanding of the complexities of the digestive system, Dr. Parappanavar offers expert diagnosis and comprehensive treatment for a wide array of gastrointestinal, liver, and pancreatic disorders.

 

He is recognized as a top gastroenterologist dedicated to delivering patient-centric care, integrating his advanced clinical skills with a compassionate approach, ensuring optimal outcomes for both out-patient and in-patient needs, including critical care settings.

 

If you’re looking for a liver specialist or an intestine doctor in Punjab, Dr. Parappanavar provides advanced care.

 

Areas of Expertise

• Diagnostic Endoscopy: Specializing in procedures like Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (UGIE), Colonoscopy, and Capsule Endoscopy to accurately diagnose digestive issues. He is an experienced endoscopy doctor.

 

• Therapeutic Endoscopy: Expertise in treatments such as Esophageal Variceal Ligation (EVL), Glue Injection for bleeding varices, and Gastrointestinal Stenting for obstructions.

 

• Advanced Procedures: Performing complex interventions like Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for gallstones and bile duct problems, Basic Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) for detailed imaging, and Esophageal Manometry for swallowing disorders.

 

• Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Disorders: Comprehensive diagnosis and management of conditions affecting the liver (e.g., fatty liver, cirrhosis, hepatitis), pancreas (e.g., pancreatitis), and biliary tract (e.g., gallstones, jaundice). Dr. Parappanavar is a trusted liver doctor in Zirakpur.

 

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Management: Specializing in the long-term care of Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis, offering advanced treatment protocols.

 

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Treatment: Providing effective strategies for managing symptoms of IBS.

 

• Acid Reflux & GERD Treatment: Expert care for heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

 

• Peptic Ulcer Disease: Diagnosis and management of stomach and duodenal ulcers.

 

• Gastric Cancer & Colon Cancer Screening: Emphasizing early detection and management of gastrointestinal cancers.

 

• Critical Care Gastroenterology: Managing acute gastrointestinal emergencies and critically ill patients in the ICU, including GI bleeds and acute pancreatitis.

 

• Malabsorption Syndromes: Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting nutrient absorption, such as Celiac disease.

 

• Clinical Research: Active participation in studies contributing to gastroenterological advancements, staying at the forefront of medical innovation.

 

• Patient Education & Counseling: Empowering patients with clear and understandable information about their condition and treatment plan for conditions like constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and digestive problems.

 

Qualifications & Education

 

• DM (Medical Gastroenterology): Gandhi Government Medical College, Hyderabad, Telangana

 

• MD (General Medicine): NSBC Government Medical College, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

 

• MBBS: BIMS, Belagavi, Karnataka

Experience

 

• Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology:
  • Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, Faridabad, Haryana
  • February 2024 – March 2025

 

• Senior Resident – Medical Gastroenterology:
  • Gandhi Government Medical College, Hyderabad, Telangana
  • January 2020 – January 2023

Research & Publications

Dr. Neelakanth U Parappanavar has contributed significantly to the medical community through his research and publications, including studies relevant to biliary obstruction and chronic kidney disease, showcasing his commitment to evidence-based practice:

 

• “Study of Bacteriological Profile in Biliary Obstruction in a Tertiary Care Centre” – Published in IJRMS (Indian Journal of Research in Medical Sciences)

 

• “Study of Fasting Lipid Profile in Patients of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)” – Published in IJRMS (Indian Journal of Research in Medical Sciences)

 

• “Hypertriglyceridemia in Reference to CKD” – Published in JMSCR (Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Research)